David Ames (American football)

David Randolph Ames (January 16, 1937 – August 4, 2009) was an American football defensive back and halfback.[1] He played college football at the University of Richmond, and played professionally in the American Football League (AFL) for the New York Titans and the Denver Broncos in 1961. He was drafted by the National Football League (NFL)'s Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1960 NFL draft. Ames died from Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS).

David Ames
No. 25, 22
Position:DB/HB
Personal information
Born:(1937-01-16)January 16, 1937
Portsmouth, Virginia, U.S.
Died:August 4, 2009(2009-08-04) (aged 72)
Richmond, Virginia, U.S.
Career information
College:University of Richmond
NFL draft:1960 / round: 16 / pick: 186
(By the Pittsburgh Steelers)
AFL draft:1960 / round: Second Selections
(by the Boston Patriots)
Career history
Career NFL statistics
Games played:12
Rushing attempts:19
Rushing yards:114
Stats at Pro Football Reference

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References

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  1. ^ "David Ames Obituary (2009) - Norfolk, VA - the Virginian-Pilot". Legacy.com.
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